9.1.21 Letter Requesting the Restoration of R&D and NOL Options
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Press Releases
RELEASE: Bill to Increase Access to Domestic Violence Services Signed Into Law
AB 689 Will Modernize Hotline Services to Include Text and Chat
SACRAMENTO – Legislation to expand access to domestic violence services, authored by Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris, has been signed into law. AB 689 will allow for survivors of domestic violence to seek help via text and other computer-based technologies.
RELEASE: Smart Parke Honored – Small Business Spotlight
SACRAMENTO – Smart Parke has been selected as part of the Small Business Spotlight for August in Assembly District 74. This Laguna Woods-based small business was founded in 2020 and provides dog/cat daycare and boarding services. From the safe suite structure to the spacious, clean interior and tons of outdoor space, Smart Parke was designed with a pet’s enjoyment in mind!
RELEASE: Legislation to Close a Dangerous Ghost Gun Loophole Passes Out of Key Fiscal Committee
AB 1057 Advances to the Senate Floor
SACRAMENTO – In an effort to strengthen California gun safety laws, AB 1057 will allow for the seizure of ghost guns when an emergency Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) or Domestic Violence R
RELEASE: Legislation Modernizing Domestic Violence Hotlines Approved by the Legislature
AB 689 Will Expand Access to Critical Services for Survivors
SACRAMENTO – In response to increasing rates of domestic violence reports during the COVID-19 pandemic, legislation to expand domestic violence services has received widespread, bipartisan support and is now headed to the Governor’s desk for signa
RELEASE: Orange County Receives State Funding on Two Key County Projects: Second Be Well OC Campus, System of Care Data Integration Solution
The County of Orange has received funding from the State of California to support the County’s Be Well mental health initiative along with funding for data integration in the upcoming year.
ADVISORY: Joint Informational Hearing with the Select Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship and the Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy
Hearing Will Focus on Unique Challenges Facing Women- and Minority-Owned Businesses
SACRAMENTO – On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris, Chair of the Select Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (SB&E) and Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes, Chair of the Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy (JEDE) will convene a joint informational hearing focused on examining the needs of women- and minority-owned small businesses.
ADVISORY: Joint Informational Hearing with the Select Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship and the Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy
Hearing Will Focus on Unique Challenges Facing Women- and Minority- Owned Businesses
SACRAMENTO – On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris, Chair of the Select Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (SB&E) and Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes, Chair of the Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy (JEDE) will convene a joint informational hearing focused on examining the needs of women- and minority-owned small businesses. Information and recommendations received during the hearing will provide a foundation for committee members to evaluate state programs and legislative proposals in the upcoming Legislative Session.
RELEASE: 2021 Nonprofits of Distinction
IRVINE – Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris has named five Nonprofits of Distinction for 2021: Power of One Foundation (Costa Mesa), Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center (Huntington Beach), Miracles for Kids (Irvine), Age Well (Laguna Woods) and Project Self Sufficiency (Newport Beach).
Nonprofit of Distinction is an annual recognition ceremony held locally following California Nonprofits Day in June. Community members are invited to nominate nonprofit organizations that have shown extraordinary work, service and compassion in our communities.